Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower

5 Comments September 19, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I can’t think of any recipe I’ve made recently that’s given me as much angst as Mashed Cauliflower. See, I love cauliflower. Cooked almost anyway and raw, too. And I love my One Pot Mash in the Pan Instant Pot Cauliflower Rice. So when I started hearing about Mashed Cauliflower as a lower carb alternative to Mashed Potatoes I just knew I would love it! I jumped on it. And I hated it. It wasn’t until I started combining the Mashed Cauliflower with Parmesan cheese for Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower that I began to like it.

Arroz Verde Mexican Green Rice

10 Comments September 16, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

While potatoes may be my goto side for so many dishes, there are just some meals that are better with rice. Like almost all Mexican meals! And while I love my Restaurant Style Mexican Rice and Cilantro Lime Rice (Instant Pot or not), I love Arroz Verde Mexican Green Rice even more.

Arroz Verde Mexican Green Rice

Perfect Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

34 Comments September 13, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

So how many of you have a “Deserted Island” food? I almost said, “dessert island” that would be even better, huh? So a Deserted Island food is a food you would pick if you had to live on a deserted island but the catch is It can be only one food. Mine is potatoes. Specifically mashed potatoes and if I could bring my Instant Pot along, it would be these Perfect Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes.

Perfect Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Greek Brown Rice Salad

20 Comments August 17, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I’ve been on a bit of a Meditteranean kick. I’m trying to health up the rest of the summer, at least until Labor Day comes. Besides it’s August and it’s hot and it’s humid (whine whine whine) and I want to eat (and cook) cool and light. And so I made Greek Brown Rice Salad to go with my ~~soon to be~~ posted Spicy Beef & Feta Skewers.

Spicy Beef & Feta Skewers with Greek Brown Rice Salad (made with Instant Pot Brown Rice)

I just did a post for Horiatiki Greek Salad not too long ago. Gosh, that was good. And I wanted to carry some of those flavors forward with a little twist. Funny how I listed so many variations of our American Style Greek Salads, but I didn’t mention or think about combining it with rice, let alone brown rice.

Smoky Sheet Tray Roasted Vegetables

26 Comments August 12, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

If you’re looking for a recipe that’s going to use up some of the summer bounty, Smoky Sheet Tray Roasted Vegetables are it!

Smoky Roasted Sheet Tray Vegetables

Corn Patch Corn Casserole

27 Comments August 11, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

This is an oldie but a goodie, Corn Patch Corn Casserole. I was thumbing through my recipes when I came across it and I don’t think I’ve made it for over 30 years. I thought I’d resurrect my recipe and try it again. See if my memories about how good this is are correct and all that.

Corn Patch Corn Casserole

Loaded Baked Potato Salad – Instant Pot or Not

11 Comments July 6, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

It seems I’m all about the summer party recipes, lately, not my typical everyday fare! (See the explanation marks? That proves it!) And this Loaded Baked Potato Salad is definitely one. Heck, it’s a party in a bowl.

Loaded Baked Potato Salad

Foil Pouch Potatoes Peppers Onions

14 Comments June 13, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I’m always looking for a simple, easy side dish when we’re grilling something and these Foil Pouch Potatoes Peppers Onions go with just about anything. Burgers, chicken, pork chops, steak.

Foil Pouch Potatoes Peppers Onions

Cheers Boston Baked Beans Instant Pot or Not

25 Comments June 5, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

One of the most frugal sides you can make for any casual gathering is Boston Baked Beans. Best of all, one of the most delicious sides you can make is Boston Baked Beans. Isn’t it nice when the universe aligns like that? Especially when the Boston Baked Beans are from the Bull & Finch, Cheers Boston Baked Beans Instant Pot or Not.

From the Bull & the Finch, Cheers Boston Baked Beans Instant Pot or Not

Old Fashioned Tuna Macaroni Salad

15 Comments May 29, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

So over the long weekend, temps way up in the 90’s (oh why is the weather so craaaazy this year?) I somehow got the idea that I wanted some of that Old Fashioned Tuna Macaroni Salad. You know the one I mean, all cool, creamy deliciousness with a few crunchy veggies and that tuna that somehow melds in and makes everything so rich.

Old Fashioned Tuna Macaroni Salad

Perfect Instant Pot Rice

10 Comments May 23, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

Are you having issues with your Instant Pot Rice? I did too when I first started. A bit of practice and applying some time-honored rice cooking principles did the trick. Now my Perfect Instant Pot Rice turns out perfectly every time.

Perfect Instant Pot Rice

Cilantro Lime Rice Instant Pot or Stove Top

12 Comments March 2, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

When Chipotle Mexican Grill came out with their Cilantro Lime Rice, it seems the whole country went wild over it. And with good reason: it’s delish! Best of all, it’s easy to make at home, whether you want to make Cilantro Lime Rice Instant Pot or Stove Top!

Shortcut Chicken Fajitas & Cilantro Lime Rice

Cauliflower au Gratin

39 Comments December 3, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

So I always wonder how the winter is going for everyone – we’re going to be up to 58 tomorrow but I’m bummed because it’s supposed to rain. But it was supposed to snow, so we’re lucky for this heat wave. Then down to 15 degrees by the end of the week.

Cauliflower au Gratin – simple enough and oh so scrumptious!

Instant Pot Cauliflower Rice

32 Comments October 25, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Are you looking for a super fast, super easy way to make Cauliflower Rice? Do you have an Instant Pot? Here it is, an easy one-pot mash in the pan Instant Pot Cauliflower Rice.

Instant Pot Cauliflower Rice

Warm Farro Salad with Charred Corn

39 Comments July 29, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Do you ever mess up a recipe and then decide that you liked it so much you couldn’t have it any other way? Well, that’s what happened to this Warm Farro Salad with Charred Corn from the July/August Food Network Magazine. It turned out to be a happy mistake.

Jeff’s Warm Farro Salad with Charred Corn

Cowboy Beans Frijoles Charros Instant Pot

27 Comments July 8, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

When I lived in the Southwest, I used to miss “Baked Beans.” It seemed that anytime I ate out and ordered beans as a side, they were either Cowboy Beans Frijoles Charros or some kind of Barbecued Baked Beans. Now that I’m in the Midwest, I miss those Cowboy Beans. Go figure, huh? Not anymore, though!

Frijoles Charros or Cowboy Beans

German Potato Salad

48 Comments June 17, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

If you’ve never had a really good German Potato Salad, you might think you might think you don’t care for it. I know this to be true because I’ve tried, from time to time, grocery store deli German Potato Salad. It doesn’t compare to what you can make at home.

German Potato Salad

Bacon Ranch Potato Salad

13 Comments May 26, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

I admit to being surprised that I liked this Bacon Ranch Potato Salad so much, and so did the folks. And I have my lil’ sis (who I no longer consider evil for suggesting such a salad knowing I’m not a Ranch fan) to thank.

Bacon Ranch Potato Salad

Hasselback au Gratin Potatoes

50 Comments March 20, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

I have a little secret. I’ve been holding out on you. See, I’ve been making these Hasselback Scalloped Potatoes for months now and never posted them. They’re amazing, they’re gorgeous and they’re amazing. Oh, I said that already. Well, I can’t say it enough.

Hasselback au Gratin Potatoes

Rice with a Puerto Rican Flair

9 Comments January 24, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

I gotta admit that usually when I’m looking for a killer side, I’m thinking potatoes. What can I say? I’m from the North and have Irish roots – so maybe it’s genetic, lol! Sometimes rice just feels right, though, and it definitely did when I served Pernil, an herby, garlicky pork roast with Puerto Rican roots. Whoever guesses what recipe is coming next gets a prize…a free recipe for Pernil!

Rice with a Puerto Rican Flair

My Sister’s Ridiculously Delish Bacon Stuffing

33 Comments November 26, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

Have you ever wished there could be a Turkey Stuffing permeated with the rich flavor and smokiness of bacon? One that’s fantastic in the bird & in a casserole? A seriously crave-worthy stuffing?

Bacon Stuffing or Dressing

Cheesy au Gratin Potato Stacks

24 Comments September 14, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

I’ve been tortured and tantalized for months now with photos and videos of Potato Stacks on Pinterest and Facebook. I was having serious potato envy. I was like, “I want I want I want!!” And finally, I took the leap. Cheesy Au Gratin Potato Stacks. Yum.

Cheesy Au Gratin Potato Stacks

Syracuse Salted Potatoes

33 Comments September 5, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

When I was looking for a side for my Spiedies, I saw a comment on Youtube from a lady who said she always served Salted Potatoes with her Spiedies. I was intrigued. See, I’ve heard of potatoes baked in a salt crust, but this was a new one on me!

Syracuse Salted Potatoes – you can just see the fine layer of salt.

Potato, Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Gratin

29 Comments May 12, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

I wish I had better pictures of these au gratin potatoes…rich, satiny, silky and utterly decadent, I make these sometimes for Holiday dinners, or any special dinner that needs a killer side.

Potato Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Gratin

Old Time Corn Pudding

39 Comments May 6, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

I was introduced to Corn Pudding late in life, I’m afraid, which is a bit of a shame because this down-home side is scrumptious, easy and a really nice side for anything barbecued or grilled.

Old Time Corn Pudding

Baked Cheesy Grits

37 Comments March 31, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

So it might seem that I’m on a bit of a grits kick – I made Cheesy Grits recently to go with my Shrimp & Grits with a Cajun Gastrique. And today I’m posting another Cheesy Grits recipe to go with Grillades & Grits. It’s not that you just can’t have too many grits recipes, but that they’re both really good.

Grillades & Grits – here with Cheesy Baked Grits

Baby Potatoes in Parsley Broth

8 Comments October 15, 2015 FrugalHausfrau

Fall is here, there’s no denying it, but with the warm weather we’ve been having it’s hard to believe. Unless you look at the trees and leaves. And all the “baby” or “new” potatoes at the markets!

Baby Potatoes in Broth

Canned Refried Beans Restaurant Style

22 Comments April 30, 2015 FrugalHausfrau

Refried beans are so often misunderstood – unless you’ve had great ones! That’s another post but in the meantime, don’t be afraid to pick up can. Get the right brand and use this top-secret method to doctor Canned Refried Beans into creamy goodness just like a restaurant’s in minutes.

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hearty sides

Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower

Arroz Verde Mexican Green Rice

Perfect Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Greek Brown Rice Salad

Smoky Sheet Tray Roasted Vegetables

Corn Patch Corn Casserole

Loaded Baked Potato Salad – Instant Pot or Not

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Foil Pouch Potatoes Peppers Onions

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Cheers Boston Baked Beans Instant Pot or Not

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Old Fashioned Tuna Macaroni Salad

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Perfect Instant Pot Rice

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Cilantro Lime Rice Instant Pot or Stove Top

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Cauliflower au Gratin

Instant Pot Cauliflower Rice

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Warm Farro Salad with Charred Corn

Cowboy Beans Frijoles Charros Instant Pot

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German Potato Salad

Bacon Ranch Potato Salad

Hasselback au Gratin Potatoes

Rice with a Puerto Rican Flair

My Sister’s Ridiculously Delish Bacon Stuffing

Cheesy au Gratin Potato Stacks

Syracuse Salted Potatoes

Potato, Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Gratin

Old Time Corn Pudding

Baked Cheesy Grits

Baby Potatoes in Parsley Broth

Canned Refried Beans Restaurant Style

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